An engaging adventure about two boys, Ellis and his friend Neckbone, who find a man named Mud hiding out on an island in the Mississippi. Mud says he is planning to meet and escape with the love of his life, Juniper, who is waiting for him in town. Skeptical but intrigued, Ellis and Neckbone agree to help him. Starring Matthew McConaughey and Reese Witherspoon, the film competed for the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival. (130 minutes)